In Iran, a country under theocratic rule since 1979, satire is being used as a weapon against corruption. A new Iranian television show, “Parazit”, approaches current events with an ironic tone, capturing the public sentiment of distrust and dissatisfaction with the country’s government. “Parazit” co-hosts, Saman Arbabi and Kambiz Hosseini,  [ Read More ]

The child abuse scandal surrounding Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) illuminates one of the necessary traits of moral courage – the willingness to challenge authority. What makes this trait so rare is that the authority figures we must challenge may be those admired most by family, friends and community members.  [ Read More ]

In a time when American politics have become increasingly partisan, there are few examples of politicians willing to cross party lines. State Senator Mike Fasano did just that when he voted against a bill recently passed in Florida’s State legislature. As one of just two Republicans to vote against it,  [ Read More ]